Mercedes W163 '98 - '05 ML Remove Steering Wheel, Airbag, Airbag Pad, Collar Trim

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Mercedes W163 '98 - '05 ML Remove Steering Wheel, Airbag, Airbag Pad, Collar Trim

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This video shows how to remove the steering wheel, airbag, airbag pad, and the steering collar trim pieces on a Mercedes-Benz W163, ML Class ('98 - '05). Be sure to disconnect the battery before starting this repair.
Thanks for watching!
Good luck with your repair.

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@L35inColorado 5 жыл бұрын

Timestamps: 00:16 Disconnect negative terminal on battery 00:58 Remove airbag screws (Torx 27) 02:57 Disconnect airbag electrical connectors 03:55 Remove horn contacts 04:15 Remove steering wheel bolt (Hex/Allen 10mm/H10) 06:00 ***Important: Steering wheel alignment marks*** 07:40 Remove the steering wheel 08:55 Remove steering wheel collar trim (upper & lower) 11:47 Install steering wheel 12:53 Install steering wheel bolt (torque is 80 Nm, or 59 ft-lbs) 13:37 Reconnect horn contacts 13:51 Reconnect airbag electrical connectors 14:55 Install airbag screws (torque is 8 Nm, or 70 INCH-lbs) 16:00 Reconnect negative terminal on battery 16:06 Engine start-up and SRS check 16:37 Reset digital clock 17:20 Remove & Replace the airbag pad/cover (change from tan to dark) For the full dash remove and replace, and the blend door motor remove and replace, check out this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ptqga9CqxJ6bh2g.html I'll be posting some more videos for the seats and some other interior swap parts. Thanks for watching. Good luck with your repairs!

@kluk666 3 жыл бұрын

hello there! If I wanted to change the multifunction switches, do I have to remove all this trim with the clockspring?

@thegoldenamerican Жыл бұрын

The best mechanic demonstration video that I have ever seen....Awesome!!!

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )

@Juan-vp3wz 4 ай бұрын

You explain better than others

@L35inColorado 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )

@danielmccarthy1982 7 ай бұрын

Don't move the clock spring! I love your work!

@L35inColorado 6 ай бұрын

Haha, yes - don't move the clock spring! Thanks for watching : )

@Bigwalt-yc1wj 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best video for this job. You have the most soothing voice. I thought I was the best mechanic but now I know you are the best!

@L35inColorado 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks -- I'm far, far, far from the best mechanic (or being a mechanic at all!), but I appreciate you watching! Good luck! : )

@davidearl1300 5 ай бұрын

Great videos with zoomed in highlights of critical highlights. I wished you’d gone all the way to the MFS which is what I need to replace. 😂

@L35inColorado 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )

@outofthinair1 4 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video !!!!!!!!! Clear instuctions, perfectly films details everything you could ever ask for ......

@L35inColorado 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you -- I hope it helped! I try to get all the little details, because those are usually the "surprises" on trim jobs. Good luck!

@reyrob Жыл бұрын

Best video tutorial on this subject on KZfaq. Thanks and greetings from Switzerland!

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

Thanks! : )

@Mercedesdriver2012 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely perfect!!! Best regards from Germany 😁🙌

@L35inColorado 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, Germany -- that's so cool! I'm so glad the video helped : )

@justanordinaryviewer9873 3 жыл бұрын

i learned something about my car, thank you

@cindesetiawan9175 4 жыл бұрын

Very Helpful video, thank you.. just perfect

@fednermorissaint2485 2 жыл бұрын

You are very good

@L35inColorado 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! : )

@sumopedicab1814 3 жыл бұрын

how to bring my ML55 Benz to you, Love your Passion and quality

@CLVannoy 3 жыл бұрын

Great video bud keep up the clean work

@chanl54 2 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent video contents helping me how to disassemble the air bag & steering column! My ultimate job is to replace my 2000 ML320 combination switch as my low beam head lights switch doesn't turn on the lights while high beam & turn signals work fine. Is the replacement doable ? I bought a brand new W163 combination switch - which looks pretty complicated - particular the little plastic part inside the steering pipe. Any video contents showing combination switch replacement ? Thanks so much for your help!

@L35inColorado 2 жыл бұрын

By "combination switch", do you mean the lever with the headlight switch? If so, I haven't replaced that part before, but here is a link that might help you - scroll down to the PDFs on post #5, as those contain instructions: www.benzworld.org/threads/headlight-switch-replacement-99-m-class-w163.3072033/ Did this just suddenly happen, or was it failing intermittently, as described in that post? And just to be sure - have you verified that the issue is not the headlight fuses? I hope this helps - good luck! : )

@chanl54 2 жыл бұрын

@@L35inColorado - Yes, the switch block attached underneath the steering wheel. And thanks for the link - I found the exact service manual pages describing step by step R&I instructions including the clock spring contact. So many bolts and contacts to memorize for exact re-installation - I'm afraid losing a part (or bolt) to damage the steering and/or lighting systems. Oh, good point - haven't checked the fuse nor the bulb (which I replaced 2 years ago) - is there a separate fuse for lower beam light ? Will check that before starting this replacement job. Thanks so much for all the valuable info ! Chan

@papajointtv5909 2 жыл бұрын

superb video

@L35inColorado 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! : )

@wbrokow1 2 ай бұрын

Ok. I won’t move the clock spring.But I need to replace the combination switch! How do I remove the clock spring?

@cruxinterfaces 3 жыл бұрын

I've seen your other videos as well as this one, you should try using our products on your vehicle Thank you for the content

@robyyy3042 Жыл бұрын

Can i change my w163 steering wheel to an w907 (2018)steering wheel without changing the clock spring? Can i modify the connections for the newer airbag?

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry - I don't know! Perhaps check the W907 and W163 forums at www.benzworld.org to see if anyone has done that. Thanks for watching : )

@mw3prodigy100 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, would you be willing to make a video on replacing the combination switch for the steering wheel, there are no videos or tutorials that’s exist for this car

@L35inColorado 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what you mean about the combination switch?

@georgeanddaddecker7563 Жыл бұрын

What brand dealership do you work for as a technician?

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

I'm not a technician and I don't work for a shop - I'm just a "shadetree mechanic" who does jobs for family and friends : )

@georgeanddaddecker7563 Жыл бұрын

@@L35inColorado Is that your full time occupation? If not , are you an engineer or ex military trained technician?

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

@@georgeanddaddecker7563 Right now, I'm not working in any field (I take care of my father). I have an engineering degree (civil) and previously worked in that field. Before that, I was a commercial truck driver for many years and learned a bit about mechanics. : )

@georgeanddaddecker7563 Жыл бұрын

@@L35inColorado Good for you taking care of your Dad. I took care of my mother , so I understand. You have a talent for teaching automotive. Keep that in mind when you have the opportunity to pursue things again. It would be nice to put a face to the voice in your YT videos. Keep up the content please, it is very entertaining and informative.

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

@@georgeanddaddecker7563 Thank you - I truly appreciate that! : ) I wish you and your family the best!

@DJ-pn9te 2 жыл бұрын

The bolt never came loose even with auto hammer 1500 ft lb torque

@L35inColorado 2 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes, that's crazy! I'm sorry that's happening to you: have you tried heating it with a heat gun or hair dryer? There might be Loctite on the threads. Shield the wires, and try heating the bolt to weaken the Loctite. I hope that helps, and good luck!

@pabloramon896 2 жыл бұрын

Same hapen to me , any solution ?

@FiatMortem 4 жыл бұрын

Fear the Clock Spring. I don't wanna know what happens if I move the Clock Spring. On some cars, you have to buy a new one and pull a retaining grenade pin when you install it.

@L35inColorado 4 жыл бұрын

Ahaha -- It is so true! Respect the clock spring and everything will be okay, haha.

@fiatmortem5128 4 жыл бұрын

Yah, looks like I gotta leaky washer tank, fortunately you've got me covered there. How are you with power steering racks? 🙄

@L35inColorado 4 жыл бұрын

@@fiatmortem5128 Yes, hah, I just posted that washer tank video. As for the steering rack -- I haven't done a steering rack on the W163, but it looks like one of those jobs which requires a lot of patience, and several jack stands, because you have to remove so many sub-components. From what I have heard, it can only fit out via the passenger's side, if that's any help. Good luck!

@fiatmortem5128 4 жыл бұрын

@@L35inColorado Well, I looked it up, turns out you can recenter the clock spring. Put the airbag screws back in, turn it full CCW until it binds, then back 3 to 3.5 turns CW until the screw holes line up again.

@L35inColorado 4 жыл бұрын

@@fiatmortem5128 Very cool, thank you. I have only reset Toyota clock springs, and then only the old ones that aren't linked to an steering angle sensor. That's what I'd be worried about with these fancy cars: all the command circuit that are tied into the steering angle sensors! Thank you posting the sequence

@elektronikartaper5230 Жыл бұрын

Der deutsche Airbag hat nur einen Stecker in der Mitte, den man nicht öffnen darf beim abklemmen, denn sonst geht dieser kaputt!!! Dieser Stecker muss einfach herausgehebelt werden.

@L35inColorado Жыл бұрын

Wow, danke, dass du diese wichtigen Informationen hinzugefügt hast! For any with a German ML, here's a Google translation of what the comment says: "The German airbag has only one plug in the middle, which you must not open when disconnecting, otherwise it will break!!! This plug simply has to be levered out."

@L35inColorado 5 жыл бұрын

For the full dash replacement video, click here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ptqga9CqxJ6bh2g.html